Mom and Dad are getting dressed up to go out for the evening, but one little boy is absolutely determined to make them stay! He has a massive list of reasons why they should not leave him home with a babysitter. First, he claims he is terribly sick. Then, he begs for endless glasses of water. He uses every trick in the book, from fake crying to promising to be perfectly behaved if they just stay on the couch. He is pulling out all the stops to delay their departure! You will recognize every single clever excuse in this funny, charming story. It perfectly captures the relatable feeling of not wanting to be left behind, showing that saying goodbye for the evening is sometimes the hardest part of the day.